Universal design/build class offered in Appleton

APPLETON – Valley Home Builders Association will offer a Universal Design/Build course this month in Appleton.

The class, presented through the National Association of Home Builders University of Housing program, will be held Jan. 29-30 at 920 W. Association Drive. Cindy Knutson-Lycholat, Knutson Bros II LLC, will teach the course.

Universal design/build presents a shift in the approach to residential design and construction. Comfort and convenience — regardless of age, stature or ability — is the hallmark of inclusive design.

Designers suppliers, builders, remodelers, social and health service providers will learn about creative design concepts and practices to develop market-driven projects that have broad aesthetic appeal along with the necessary functional attributes.

The class offers 12 continuing education credits toward the WI Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Credential, as approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. It also is approved for 12 continuing education credits by The American Institute of Architects and 1.2 continuing education credits by the American Occupational Therapy Association Inc.

For more information or to register, contact Megan Schlimm at 920-731-7931 or megan@vhba.com.

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